AMT AUTOCAR A64B SEMI TRACTOR 1/25 SCALE MODEL KIT REVIEW BUILD AMT1099

[@3sparewashers-lg3gf]

I appreciate that you don’t take “weathered” to mean abused, but simply in work clothes and dust, not neglect. Looks great!

[@nathanpitts5319]

Don't know if you monitor comments after as long as this has been up or not. Have watched your videos over 2 yrs or so. Yours are the best model videos going. You not only build good models but do a great job with the camera. If the camera is not held steady it makes it hard to see and makes some people dizzy. Your camera work is outstanding which makes all the difference in the world. I have been a model railroader since the 60's when I built model cars too but that has advanced so far beyond what we did it is like another world. I have watched your skills improve over time as we all do as we learn from others and learn by doing. This truck is outstanding. Glad you are doing weathering now. There was a model railroader by the name of John Allen, from Monterey, CA who was a gifted modeler, artist, photographer and writer. He wrote on model railroad topics often. He developed "weathering" for railroad models, using pastel chalk dust and dry brush just like you did here. At first many thought he was crazy. But it caught on and we are better for it. The more realistic a good builder can make it look the more we start to think it looks......well....real. And that is the point. Thanks for many hours of entertainment, and for all I have learned so far....and all I might learn from the these videos in the future.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a lot for watching, I do what I can with limited camera work, etc.

[@ifihadaboat85]

I gotta tell ya... I really love your videos. I watch a lot of videos about modelling and the modelling community and yours are always so upbeat and informative. You are super enjoyable to watch and listen to. Please keep it going! I’m a big fan! 👍🏼

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much! I hope I can keep building for a long time to come!

[@wilderstefan3360]

instablaster

[@alfredogontijo8044]

Gostei muito, sou muito apaixonado por plastimodelismo, trabalhava em um frigorífico carrega carcaça bovina nas costas um serviço muito pesado que por anos foi minha atividade ,meu salário era muito pequeno ,mais fazia o possível, para juntar dinheiro para comprar alguns kits na internet porque aqui na região do Brasil onde moro não existem lojas de modelismo, eram muito caro mais fazia o possível, consegui montar apenas cinco kits de aviões sem nenhuma estrutura más me fez muito feliz, infelizmente hoje ,estou muito pobre, à anos perdi meu emprego ,e descobre que sofro de distimia uma doença que nós deixa muito mal depressivo, sem vontade para nada ,é vendo estes canais no KZbin mostrando estes kits me acendeu a vontade, de voltar a sonhar novamente em praticar essa terapia maravilhosa do plastimodelismo, mais estou muito pobre não tenho dinheiro algum ,eu tenho muita vergonha, mais sé alguém que está vendo este comentário tiver algum kit velho ,meio montado,faltando peças ou que vai para o lixo se quiserem me doar eu ía agradecer muito eu sei que talvez ninguém veja isto e que eu pedi é uma coisa muito difícil ,um kit não resolveria minha vida mais me ajudaria muito me daria um pouco de alegria na vida ,nunca pedi nada a ninguém e nunca ganhei nada fácil mais nas circunstâncias em que vivo só me resta pedir algum alento, que Deus abençoe a quem ler isto é mil desculpas.

[@Tattooedpain]

I'm a truck driver and been getting into model building. Learn a lot from your videos. Thanks!

[@elebeu]

I love the enthusiasm you have for EVERY kit you tackle.

[@clivereddin8454]

Love the build. Airlines on most tractors today are colour coded blue and red with black being the power cable. If the lines are black which might be on older trucks, the gladhands that connect to the trailer are blue and red. The ends are different anyway so they can’t be connected incorrectly. Love these classic trucks.

[@derek2380]

Another awesome job! I can’t stop imagining a low boy trailer for it and the bulldozer sitting on it.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Derek!

[@leonardgilbreath9004]

I've been a model truck builder for year's and I scratch build them for oil field use I starch the frame and put winches and gin polls on them to mimic what they look like great build.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Leonard, and thanks for sharing!

[@scifimodelshop]

What a wonderful build! THE chain in the front is a nice touch! All needed now is low boy for the bulldozer you made earlier

[@hpiguy]

Thanks, and yup, once I get my hands on a lowboy I'll set them up as a complete transport.

[@jakedelaymustdie6665]

I'm pretty sure AMT has a tri axle lowboy I would love to see the full transport. Great work!

[@eckelsatterfield5036]

Love watching you detail models you done an outstanding job on this one looks just like the one from the movie over the top

[@robertpradella6550]

You did a beautiful! I always love watching your videos. You actually you helped me get back into it. Thank You Sir!

[@bennetfox]

The stick with all the hookups for a trailer is called a "pogo stick".

[@doublenickelbob]

Hose antennae lol. pogo stick pogo stick. Super build Chris, thanks for the tips and KEEP BUILDING THEM I'LL KEEP WATCHING.

[@RoadWarrior-lo9vt]

I always painted my models before I assembled anything. Unless there were things like the frame and suspension bits, things that were going to be the same color. I would put all that together prior to painting. I hate that I lost my model collection a while back. I built my models with full plumbing and wiring. I did things like cut window shells, like this and my Autocar had, and put the door windows in partial up or down position. Also have the drivers side visor down. My Peterbilt that I never got to finish, I even had airlines on the gear shift. I was going to put airlines from the engine, all the way back to the air tanks, and to each brake canister. bummer I lost my dang model collection! 😠 I'm just about to go get a model kit here soon and start up again. I miss building. P.s. I wish I had your talent for weathering the model. that looks fantastic! I don't have that kind of skill.

[@hpiguy]

There's always time to get back into the hobby. Just remember, you build your way for you and others will build their way for themselves. Above all, have fun your way and let others have their fun their way. :)

Watching this inspired me to go in the garage and break out my old kits from the 80's. I started when I was about 11 and became obsessed with detail belts, hoses, plug and battery wires, fuel and trans. lines it got pretty bad in the sense that all I did was build for about 4 years straight. I gave it up for that reason but I'd like to get back to it, I was never calmer, it was almost zen like meditation!! Great job by the way.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Matthew! Enjoy your kits!

[@tomcline5631]

I built this last winter,and stretched it 4 inches or so and scratch built a wooden cargo bed with a tarp cover. I bought another one last month and am going to build it up as a tractor,pretty much box stock.

[@hpiguy]

Cool! Thanks for watching and Happy Thanksgiving! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@jimmymckay73]

I love the fifth wheel grease touch that stuff gets everywhere, if you get a tiny bit of it on you next thing you in know it's on your seat , your doors, your clothes , etc... Fantastic build .

[@hpiguy]

Grease and Great Stuff Foam, gets on everything!

[@jimmymckay73]

@@hpiguy you are correct we use in the repair of refrigerate trailers huge amounts of foam for insulation yeah it gets on everything ..

[@donchamberlain3061]

Now that's a work truck. Great build, Chris.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you Don!

[@thunderbird885cc]

Great job, as a trucker I really appreciated this video.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Kris!

[@justinmyslive4108]

What color did you use for the Cummins beige and where can I find some??

[@UncleScorch]

Beautiful work and very info packed, Chris! I haven’t built a semi tractor since the late 70s, I’m going to dive in again. I love this truck, looks like she’s seen a lot of action going back-and-forth across the country on I 70.

[@hpiguy]

You bet, thanks!

[@MrModelworx]

Amazing work Chris, you are the master at weathering mate

[@hpiguy]

Aww, you're too kind Gary, coming from the kit history master and gloss guru!

[@IHateIdiots21]

I'm new to building semi trucks. I usually do military kits. Could you share your weathering techniques?

[@hpiguy]

Hello, I've done dozens and dozens of videos since this and showed quite a few tips, tricks and techniques in those. Thanks!

[@ToddHLHG]

the Autocar looks amazing...great job Chris!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Todd!

[@silleywilley]

Just found your channel while shopping for this model. Love the detail work!! Subscribed!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching !

[@vernfrederick5025]

I love all your build’s there awesome thank you for all the ,ideas you give you make model building fun and enjoyable thanks again ,can’t wait for the next one

[@hpiguy]

Thank you very much!

[@ModelCarMinion]

Looks like a great kit, nice work. I like that your videos go from opening the box to the finished product with building and painting details. Well done.

[@hpiguy]

Thank you, the input is welcome, always like to hear what you folks enjoy.

[@ModelCarMinion]

Just came back for a second look while watching your Livestock trailer video and noticed something, may I suggest you dust up the windshield with wiper marks on it, it looks too clean. lol.

[@Brianthehistorynerd]

Fantastic job Chris I like how you greased up where the trailer connects. Very lifelike.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Brian, glad to see you're still watching!

[@BarryWinner2075]

Great idea to align the frame, I built mine and the cab was slightly skewed which made the hood have a slightly wider gap on one side, lucky I was able to reglue the cab onto the frame pins straighter, I am just putting the chrome details now, It is a pretty good kit.

[@hpiguy]

Right on!

[@panzerfaust1964]

are the locations for the parts allready pre marked and drilled so how can you put it in a different place ??

[@buddyparrot1]

Your talent sir, is truly astonishing, when you consider you use mainly rattle cans to achieve your breathtaking results.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Leo!

[@davidking8968]

Great job chris ,auto car looks natural,and looks like an old workhorse,i love it,ive got to order one thanks again.😃

[@hpiguy]

Thanks David! Have fun with yours!

[@johnkelley9877]

The model looks great! The weathering adds a lot of character to it. Thanks for sharing this.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like it!

[@WalkinTall]

Looks great, I wonder if you could swap the 16 lug front wheels out with the old Dayton 6 or 5 lug?

[@hpiguy]

You can run just about any wheel you desire.

[@NOSJNKY-yu4jz]

Thought about turning this kit into Over the Top truck also. you really nailed that faded red color you did such an amazing job on this.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@proudnavyveteran]

Have you ever tried to super detail the engine in one of these?

[@rollytuason6232]

Dirt, rust, grease etc all realistically detailed in ur model assembly!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Rolly!

[@frankruland5596]

What paint did you use on the cab.could I use krypton red oxide primer on a plastic model kit.just ordered this kit,thank you for your time and talent

[@hpiguy]

That krylon primer should be fine on plastic. I used Santa Red craft paint over the rustoleum red primer.

[@georgetompkins5438]

kudos to you sir. great build. finally subscribed. love your videos. keep up the excellent work

[@hpiguy]

Thanks George!

[@turbo1438]

Amazing details. Incredible weathering. It is known that some A64B Autocars were produced with aluminum frame rails and fiberglass front fenders. What unique features to model if you ever build another one.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@JJSTANLEY-m8s]

DO YOU KNOW IF THEY LAN ON BRINGING THE JUNK YARD DOG KIT? IT WAS BASED ON A MACK SEMI.

[@nathaniellopez2083]

What's holding me up is the mounting of the rear and center axel to the suspension, the picture is confusing me. Do I delicately mount it the raised tabs or does it sit flush on the suspension with the tabs to the rear of it?

[@rogerwachal3718]

Awesome job. I have some semi's that I'm thinking about doing this to . I'm been building models for a long time but I haven't tried weathering yet. you and a few others make it look so easy

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Roger, it's much easier than some try to pretend it is (they want you to think it's hard so that you buy their expensive weathering products). I like to let people know that building and detailing is fun. Take your time, watch the techniques and have FUN. :)

[@MrDcseltzer]

I am really enjoying your videos. Great detail / tips and technique you have. I was curious are you retired?

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching! I work full time, spend time with family, other hobbies and models. :)

[@JohnJohnson-qg2ub]

Yes thats my next build, so glad u done it ! That is nice... thanks...

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy yours John, it's a peach of a kit!

[@jamesbutler5995]

This is absolutely excellent Chris the weathering turned out so realistic btw do you havea display of all of your built models I would enjoy seeing them.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks as always! No plan to give a tour of my house. All builds are on the channel homepage. 'Like' the FB page for the channel and join the fun if you haven't already! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@loganwolf228]

It reminds me of the rig in the movie "over the top"" with Silvestre. Stalone,, AWESOME rig!!💪🇺🇸👍

[@hpiguy]

Yup, that's why I mentioned it a few times. Wish they made his Hawk Hauling decals and hood ornament.

[@davidpayne4315]

Awesome build

[@walterk1221]

I am impressed! Great job! In my arrogant opinion you should have omitted the sides of the hood; simply installing the top.

[@hpiguy]

That's an option too. Thanks!

[@walterk1221]

@@hpiguy you are very welcome. The suggestion came from my memory of seeing rigs with the folding hoods running in the summer months without the side panels.

[@kellimeyer288]

The finished model looks real awesome! And idky but I couldn't help but to think of that one autocar that was in Maximum Overdrive XD

[@hpiguy]

Yup, that one too. And Maximum Overdrive has a Caterpillar very similar to the AMT one I just reviewed as well.

[@Ulfstigandr]

I think Over the Top, my favorite Stallone movie

[@finnf.7105]

I love the job you did on the weathering. It is inspiring me to make amt’s kenworth k123 cabover truck with almost the same weathering affects. Do you think the dust weathering would work with acrylics? One more question: where do you get the colored vasoline

[@hpiguy]

Acrylics will work just fine. I just stirred some paint into the vaseline, simple as that.

[@finnf.7105]

Oh thank you so much, that helps me a lot. I love all the kits you do! Keep up the great work. 👍

[@mattsheppard6250]

Looks good I love all the good work you do I love building models too I have lots and still adding

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Matt, it's a labor of love. I really enjoy my hobby!

[@craigbowtne5596]

You did a great job on the big rig

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@madox76]

Since you leave alot of parts on sprue to paint them what do you do to fix the bare spots when you cut them off?

[@hpiguy]

Touch it up with a small brush and some paint from the can.

[@robmcmuffin8453]

this build looks awesome! i do mostly Gunpla and Macross kits, maybe the occasional car, but you got me wanting to do a semi! cool vid, thanks for sharing!

[@hpiguy]

All kinds of kits are fun. Get one and dive in. It's nice to change stuff up now and then. :)

[@chrisC052]

Have you ever heard about dipping chrome parts in liquid bleach to remove the chrome and then prime and paint? I did try it and it works. Great job on your models.

[@hpiguy]

Yes, bleach works. I use super clean degreaser when I want to strip paint or chrome.

[@hornpub543]

Put this with your Amt stock trailer

[@johnmcgee7171]

Any idea why none of the model companies have done the older historic trucks such as the Mack B seies?

[@DarthRemey]

Fantastic video. Amazing build. Awesome that you built a rig. Love it

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Darth, your kind words are appreciated!

[@kielmeyer1]

I really like the detail you put into your models to make them look like they would in reality, but one thing I can say is the size of model chain you would use is huge compared to scale the scale of chain used would be 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch in reality.

[@MikeCindyWhite]

Awesome kit, build and review Chris! Thanks bro!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks as always!

[@lilgryphon29]

Awesome build! This is on the list as my next build.

[@hpiguy]

You'll enjoy it! Lots of parts but goes together nicely.

[@jondickinson5623]

These videos are excellent, Keep 'em coming!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Jon!

[@thesketchydude1315]

*Cough*Maximum Overdrive*Cough* (Awesome work Mate!)

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Tanner!

[@boss9mustang404]

The garbage truck?

[@thesketchydude1315]

@@boss9mustang404 Yup, the one with "ZEKE'S TRASH & GARBAGE REMOVAL" written on the trailer that gets blown up

[@nextxguy1964]

Good job 👍 I think that truck would look great pulling a log beam trailer with a load of pine logs. The truck looks a lot like the log trucks I see in my area.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@waltereldridge9447]

Interesting technique for the fifth wheel. Great job on this one too

[@hpiguy]

Thanks man!

[@jamesbutler5995]

25:05 you were saying I know your going to ask I just know it so here's the name of the chain,LOL!!!!The tractorcame out great Chris!!!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@yamahaguy1732]

I love the small detail you do like the vaseline on the 5th wheel

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@bigeddie1231]

very cool looking build sir very well done

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for taking time to comment, much appreciated! facebook.com/hpiguysworkshop

[@mode1charlie170]

Awsome work Chris. I was wondering how you would tackle the grease on the 5th wheel , nice effect for sure. I was hoping you would make some wiper marks on the windshield on this big fella.....

[@hpiguy]

I could do the wipers, but in my backstory for it, it gets used daily so he cleans the glass when he fills it up. She's old and tired but he still takes care of her the best he can.

[@mode1charlie170]

hpiguys Workshop ahh...great backstory Chris! I love it.....

[@craigbowtne5596]

I like the part in over the top when he drove the truck through the gate the end of the movie was the best part of the movie wen he won the new big rig

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

Excellent job. I've been around a few trucks that look just that work weary

[@hpiguy]

Thank you, I like the used but not used up look.

[@stevencreiter5763]

what was that you used for the dash finish ,woodgrain I think it was

[@pratibhapanwar9505]

From india i have just got a lindberg 1952 cheverlotte fastback and i have used water colours and spray paint for body is it ok to use??? Let me know

[@hpiguy]

Test the paints on some of the spare parts sprues to see if it melts them. If not you are good to go.

[@bobastu]

Good build, I liked the color on the diesel. Good weathering. My only, only criticism is the chain looks too light (weight) compared to heaviness, realistic attention to detail. My professor always said, "do not [criticize] unless you have a solution," and I do have a possible solution. Weave a thin stainless (or copper/brass) wire through the links. The scale is small enough, it should not stand out much, if at all. Spools of the stuff, maybe 0.030 inches or even smaller, we use as lock wire at work. Even if you only used it sparingly at bands and elbows to make the elbow bend more like heavy truck chain. Just my two cisterces on the build. Otherwise - outstanding.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@vernfrederick5025]

She is gorgeous I love it

[@roaenokesyzlak7828]

Hey, i was curious, You always say "Used but not used up" and i enjoy that, but i was wondering if/when you will model a 1/24-/25 kits done like it was "Used up" i think it would be a neat contrast. That being said, I love the kit build/reviews, and i have added most if not all to my collection. You have sparked intrest in doing dragsters and gassers, which i have yet to build. Keep up the great content, Love the vids, love the models.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Roaenoke, much appreciated!

[@trucker0317]

The area you call the Hose antenna, is called the Pogostick, to truck drivers.

[@danbailey8182]

I love it. Thanks for the dashboard tips.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@_Hurricane495]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kylericciscalemodels9140]

Awesome job! Love your videos!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Kyle!

[@Bassam...]

Well done ... very beautiful

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tomweber8729]

Awesome model Very well done video, thank you Coolamondo 😎 Subscribed !!!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Tom!

[@charlespalavros5908]

WOW ! Fantastic Build

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@WadeWatson]

Nice detailing, Guy. I hadn't thought about creating wear on tires. Those tires wouldn't pass inspection in Texas.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Wade! Yeah, he's gonna get ticked when he gets to the Bandag shop and sees the bill for ten new shoes.

[@poppysrcandmodels]

Beautiful build!👍😎👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks a lot Poppy!

[@JesusChristoZombia]

Great result. Is it really 1/25 scale? Looks small, more like 1/35

[@hpiguy]

Yes it's 1/25.

[@douglasholloran6513]

getting the frame straight has been my problem with the big rigs ,if i try again i will rewatch this .

[@hpiguy]

These older big rig kits will challenge a builder in places.

[@andrewdrabble8939]

Looks great. The only problem I foresee in the future (no pun intended lol) is the dust that will accumulate on the model and fifth wheel in particular. It's going to stick to that 'grease' like crazy

[@hpiguy]

I have glass display cases or yes, dust will cover them eventually.

[@johnwilliams7102]

Looks awesome Looks real

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@qcrews9410]

What do you think about using super glue?

[@hpiguy]

Works well, I use it on every build for small parts after painting, final assemblies, etc.

[@qcrews9410]

@@hpiguy cool. Thank you. Your builds are amazing!

[@constpegasus]

Great looking truck.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@georgefowler7160]

That would make a awesome kit for a logging truck

[@hpiguy]

Yes it would! Stay tuned, the Autocar Dumptruck is due out this year and this truck needs a pal!

[@georgefowler7160]

@@hpiguy I'm going to have to pick one of those kits up I think

[@alanvetree1208]

nice build but missing one thing? most tractors have a whip antenna. most kits do not come with this specific item

[@PaulieDetmurds]

Very nice build,...love it!

[@hpiguy]

Thank you for your support and visiting the channel!

[@kevinod17]

Hey just a quick tip. Instead of painting over your chrome parts, soak them in bleach and it will strip the chrome off. I love watching your builds. I get many ideas for mine from you. Keep up the great work.

[@charlie418791]

Superb,as usual,Sir.👍

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Charlie!

[@malikdigger4544]

This would be a great big wrecker or a car carrier semi nice decal choices too & good detail suspension aswell .With a kit like this chassis,, brakes & draivetrain are parts need to be assembly first I never done a semi or rig model kit before so Im learning from a pro

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@aaronvadovic4023]

Excellent work as always! Your videos are very inspiring and informative. I enjoy them very much! One thing that I've noticed on the Freightliner I drive is that the back of the cab gets very dirty. In wet weather water, which picks up dirt and oil from the road swirls around in between the cab and the front of the trailer and when it dries it leaves a dark grey film on everything back there. Also, rust streaks down the cab from the steel parts/fasteners/brackets mounted on the roof and rear of the cab. Something to consider for future projects.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks Aaron, and thanks for the tips!

[@ronnybogaerts3359]

great truck chris, looks like the old workhorse. i notice that a lot of modelers prefer the used and abused rusting kind af cars and trucks. what's wrong with the showroom look, just coming of the assembling line ? is it to much or to difficult to build ? thanks and k.u.t.g.w.

[@hpiguy]

If you take a look at my reviews, I do some that are in showroom shape, some that are used but still nice (daily driver) and some that are really used hard. For me it all depends on the vision I have for that kit. I think the used up and totally trashed look is popular right now. I try to go for used, but not totally used up look myself.

[@antidiz]

Awesome detail..

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!